Richie Saunders becomes Grizzlies' second-round pick after ACL injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Memphis Grizzlies selected BYU guard Richie Saunders at No. 32 in the 2026 NBA Draft. The 24-year-old garnered attention due to his grandfather, Nephi Grigg, who invented the Tater Tot. Saunders averaged 18.0 points and 5.8 rebounds in his senior season but recently suffered an ACL tear, sidelining him from the Summer League. His recovery timeline hints he may contribute as the season progresses.
- •Richie Saunders picked 32nd overall by the Memphis Grizzlies.
- •He is the great-grandson of Tater Tot inventor Nephi Grigg.
- •Saunders averaged 18.0 points in his last college season.
- •He is recovering from an ACL injury and will miss the Summer League.
- •The Grizzlies hope he can contribute later in the 2026-27 season.
- 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 NBA Draft pick becomes an instant fan-favorite because of his grandfather’s invention
"The Memphis Grizzlies selected 24-year-old BYU Cougars guard Richie Saunders at No. 32 in the 2026 NBA Draft, with his grandfather’s invention attracting attention.
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